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199150 min0documentary

6.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Broken Meat

199150 min0documentary

6.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Alan Granville roams the streets of New York City in 1991, reflecting on urban life and his experiences as a beat poet against a stark backdrop.

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Alan Granville roams the streets of New York City in 1991, reflecting on urban life and his experiences as a beat poet against a stark backdrop.

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Pola Rapaport

Pola Rapaportdirector

Pola Rapaport

Pola Rapaportwriter

Alan Granvillecast

Roberto Attanasiocast

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Alan Granville roams the streets of New York City in 1991. The film captures his perspective of the city, stripped of glamour. Granville presents scenes from the urban fringe, revealing deserted spaces and stark realities. He reflects on life through his poetry against a gritty backdrop. Directed by Pola Rapaport, "Broken Meat" runs for 50 minutes and offers an intimate portrayal of urban life and the mind of a beat poet.

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